Dear Mr Schnell,

 

Hi! How are you? I hope that you and your loved ones, and friends, are well.

 

I have to thank you for that letter and the birthday card that you sent. It arrived 2 days before my birthday. I was so happy to get the card and to know that you were thinking about me.

 

And, so, Happy Birthday to you. May God bless you and may God grant you many more years! I hope that you had a great birthday, as well. I wish you all the best.

 

Well, 11 years is a lot. But, I am so happy to have been your sponsored child for those 11 years. I have been so grateful for your support and for knowing that you are always thinking about me. That means a lot.

 

Also, I really am grateful that you have always written to me. I enjoy being able to tell each other what we have been doing. Sincerely, thank you with all of my heart, for being with me on every step of this journey.

 

Next year, I will graduate. I know that you will be proud of me. And, I am going to graduate in order to pay you back for all that you have done for me.

 

I will say goodbye for now. May God and the Virgin of Guadalupe shower you with blessings.

 

Sincerely,

Milagro de los Angeles Carrillo Moran